2017 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6L Petrol · CK17 CVC

This 2017 Vauxhall Mokka presents an MOT history characterised by administrative inconsistency rather than mechanical defect disclosure, with the most recent test on 29 August 2025 showing a recorded PASS but immediately followed on the same date by a FAIL, both entries showing no defects recorded. A similar anomaly appears in February 2024, where a PASS and FAIL were logged on the same day without any advisories or failure points listed. This pattern typically indicates tester data entry corrections or retest administrative amendments rather than genuine component failures, and the vehicle currently holds a valid pass status as of 29 August 2025. Across the recorded tests from 2024 onwards, no brake, suspension, tyre, lighting, exhaust, or structural advisories have been documented, which means the MOT history alone cannot be used to verify wear rates or component degradation. With 53,646 miles recorded over approximately nine years, this Mokka accumulates roughly 5,961 miles annually, a notably low figure for its age and class. The MOT testing dates show consistent annual attendance since 2024, suggesting the vehicle has remained in active use and has not been subject to extended off-road periods or SORN declarations. Lower annual mileage of this nature typically reduces wear on high-friction components such as brake discs and pads, clutch material, and internal engine surfaces, but can accelerate degradation of rubber and polymer components including drive belts, coolant hoses, suspension bushes, and tyres due to prolonged static load and reduced heat cycling. Standing periods also increase the likelihood of moisture accumulation in brake calipers, leading to seizure, and corrosion on exposed underbody steel and brake line ferrules. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means particular attention should be paid during inspection to the common Mokka failure points that may not yet have reached advisory thresholds. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly indicative of worn front lower control arm bushes and anti-roll bar drop links, which are known wear items on this platform. Feel for any pulling to one side under braking, which may suggest binding caliper slides or unevenly worn brake discs, and check for a spongy brake pedal feel that could point to corroded brake pipe unions under the wheel arch or along the underbody. Inspect the underbody and subframe mounting points for surface corrosion, as Mokka underbody protection is minimal and road salt exposure accelerates rust formation on structural sections. Additionally, examine the engine bay for oil misting around the rocker cover gasket and valve cover area, listen for any timing chain rattle on cold start which is a known concern on the 1.4 turbo petrol unit, and verify that the coolant expansion tank shows no signs of stress cracking or staining. Check the rear brake drums or discs for operation, as the handbrake mechanism on Mokka rear assemblies is prone to seizing due to infrequent use. Confirm that all tyres are of matching age and manufacturer, as the low recorded mileage may indicate original or long-standing fitments. Finally, verify the VIN and registration documents align precisely with the DVLA records, and confirm that the 29 August 2025 pass certificate is the current valid document, as the dual pass and fail entries on the same date warrant clarification with the testing station regarding administrative status.